Lyrics
Piper takes the train to school with a mirror and her chapstick in hand
Piper, carrying a mirror and chapstick, takes the train to school.
She used to be a plain Jane but now she looks like Marilyn
Piper transformed from a plain Jane to resembling Marilyn Monroe.
Bleach running down the sink what would your mother think
Bleach in the sink prompts a consideration of societal expectations.
Piper takes the train
Reiteration of Piper taking the train, possibly emphasizing routine.
Mary puts her lipstick on she's praying for a midnight kiss
Mary applies lipstick, hoping for a midnight kiss.
With a mouth full of braces and a witty tongue
Mary, with braces and wit, is distinctive and stands out.
Oh you know she'll be hard to miss
Anticipation that Mary will be noticeable due to her unique qualities.
Dressing up in those clothes like you got somewhere to go
Dressing up, suggesting a desire for a purpose or destination.
Don't cause trouble don't go picking fights
Advice to avoid trouble and conflicts, acknowledging cuteness.
You know you're too cute to rumble
Recognition that Mary is too cute for physical altercations.
Won't you come home with me tonight
Invitation for Mary to come home, possibly expressing interest.
She's got a sweet disposition she walks like a woman and talks like a little girl
Describing Mary's character as having a sweet disposition.
She'll be better off without you
Suggesting Mary will thrive without a specific person.
Careful who you run your mouth to
Cautioning about gossip and the importance of discretion.
You can't do her any favors
Asserting that Mary doesn't need anyone's favors; she is self-sufficient.
She's doing fine
Affirmation that Mary is doing well independently.
Don't cause trouble don't go picking fights
Reiteration of advice to avoid trouble and conflicts.
You know you're too cute to rumble
Emphasizing Mary's cuteness and unsuitability for fights.
Won't you come home with me tonight
Repeating the invitation for Mary to come home, possibly with affection.
She's got a sweet disposition she walks like a woman and talks like a little girl
Reiteration of Mary's charming disposition, combining womanly grace with girlish talk.
She'll be better off without you
Reassurance that Mary will thrive without a specific person.
Careful who you run your mouth to
Reiteration of the importance of being cautious in communication.
She'll be better off without you
Reassurance of Mary's independence and well-being without a specific person.
Careful who you run your mouth to
Repeating the caution regarding gossip and communication.
You can't do her any favors
Emphasizing that no favors are needed for Mary; she is thriving.
She's doing fine
Confirmation of Mary's self-sufficiency and well-being.
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